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Laura is a 19 year old from Wheeling and her wish was to meet Mariska Hargitay from Law & Order: SVU, which came true. Her Father Gary, Brother Tim, and Aunt Mary were all able to join her. Upon arrival she was greeted by the television show EXTRA. EXTRA filmed Laura's wish, which appeared on their television show. She was touring the Law & Order: SVU set where unexpectedly Laura ran into Mariska! She was so excited, she started to cry. They met formally later in the day. Laura met the director, Eriq LaSalle, and other cast members, Chris Meloni and Ice-T, on the set that day.
Just when Laura thought the day was over, she was presented with the opportunity to be an extra in a scene. Of course, Laura accepted the offer and was swept off to have her hair and make-up done professionally. When asked which part of the wish was her favorite, she said meeting Mariska and the cast, but she couldn't just pick one part because it was all amazing. She also said it was the best day of her entire life and she is incredibly grateful for everything Make-A-Wish has done for her as well as other kids.
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We have heard about Alien sightings, but never knew about Alien computers until we meet Jordan, 14, from Belington. His wish - an Alienware Computer. Jordan did his research and had his system configured with all the details printed out at his first meeting with Make-A-Wish. He selected this type of computer because he enjoys games and music and it is top of the line for gaming. Yes, that is the Alien sitting on Jordan's right and we are told that when it is turned on it really looks like an Alien. In his spare time, Jordan plays video games, tends to his pets, and likes to ride four wheelers.
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Seth is an 18 year old from Wheeling. He truly wanted to watch Manchester United soccer team play. He did just that. And, he was accompanied by his mother, Sheryl; his father, Wes; and his sister, Rachel. Other family members were so excited that they decided to make arrangements and go along; Seth's older brother and sister and their spouses joined in the fun. Seth had a few photos opportunities with the Manchester United Team Captain and then witnessed Manchester United's victory over the Blackburn Rovers! He thought nothing could have been better than this experience of a life time.
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Partnering to Make Wishes Come True
Since fulfilling the Make-A-Wish Foundation 's first official wish for a child to go to Disneyland, thousands of Make-A-Wish children have enthusiastically jumped into the fun-filled, magical world of The Walt Disney Company. Disney began its friendship with the Make-A-Wish Foundation in 1981, and it has championed the Make-A-Wish cause and treated wish kids like royalty. Disney's support has taken on diverse forms, including complimentary theme park tickets, Disney-themed gift packs for wish kids and their families, financial support, Disney collectibles for fund raising, public service announcements to increase Make-A-Wish awareness, and behind-the-scenes television and movie wishes.
Give Kids The World works with wish-granting organizations from around the world. The wish-granting organizations identify and qualify the children, then provide transportation for the family to and from Orlando. Give Kids The World is located in Kissimmee, Florida (within 20 minutes of all major attractions) and is the vacation resort that provides lodging, meals, entertainment and attraction tickets. Goods and services are provided by our many gracious sponsors. Give Kids The World has hosted families from around the world since 1986. We currently host over 6,000 families per year.
Alyssa (top right) chose Disney and was thrilled when she was able to have lunch with the princesses in Cinderella's Castle.
Sisters, Desiree and Jasmine, (center) surprisingly both wanted to go to Disney. They had a wonderful time and were able to stay twice as long to accommodate both wishes. Would you believe that Jasmine met Princess Jasmine?
Walker (bottom right) loved his Disney wish. He was able to meet all his favorite characters and spend some time smiling for the cameras.
